AFMS - Goodfellow - 17th Medical Group

AFMS - Goodfellow - 17th Medical Group Our vision is to be an exceptional medical home for our warriors and their families. Why do we exist? What do we do? How do we do it?

To ensure the 17 TRW supports the COCOMs and our allies with healthy human weapon systems and an operational medical force. Produce a medically ready force and a ready medical force. By developing, improving and sustaining operationally-focused medics that are able to deliver safe, timely, quality healthcare where and when the warfighter needs it. COMMENT POLICY
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08/29/2025

***UPDATE***

The Rapid Flu & COVID Swab Clinic is currenly on pause. We will keep you updated when operations resume. Thank you for your patience!

***Attention Beneficiaries***

Starting 02 Sept 2025:

The Goodfellow Ross Clinic offers FREE drive-up Rapid Flu & COVID Swab Clinic in the ScriptCenter Parking Spots every day from 0830 – 1030 for all dependents, children, and permanent party members. In the event that the clinic is closed for holidays or training purposes, the drive thru services will be unavailable.

(Students will be required to use the Student Clinic services for all evaluations)

Fast and Efficient Testing
Receive a Doctor’s Note confirming your swab
Get work or school excuse note as needed
Medications as needed

No appointment is necessary; just drive-up to the south side of the clinic, and get tested. Stay safe and take care of your health with the Ross Clinic.

08/06/2025

*ATTENTION BENEFICIARIES*

This is a reminder that the 17 MDG Ross Clinic will be closed Thursday, 7 August 2025, from 11:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. for readiness training. We will resume normal hours of operation Friday, 8 August 2025. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we train to sharpen our skills and improve patient care!

08/06/2025

*Virtual Health Visits*

Are you seeking a more convenient way to access your health care? We are proud to offer an expanded number of virtual health visits, designed to provide safe and accessible care from the comfort of your home. Currently, most virtual visits are conducted via phone, but we are working to introduce video visits soon for an even better experience.

While not all health concerns can be addressed virtually, many can. Virtual visits are ideal for managing common health issues (with the exception of musculoskeletal issues and controlled medication refills). Studies estimate that 20-40% of health visits can be safely managed through virtual care!

To make health care even more convenient, we’ve extended our hours to include appointments during lunch breaks, helping you minimize time away from your work or duty.

Call the Ross Clinic today to find out if your health concerns can be addressed virtually when booking an appointment (325-654-3149). We are committed to providing you with safe, convenient, and high-quality care—when and where you need it!

07/14/2025

**Attention Beneficiaries**

The clinic will delay opening until 1000 tomorrow 15 July as well as Wednesday 16 July for change of command practice.

Thursday 17 July, the clinic will be closed all day for the Wing change of command ceremony followed by unit training.

Normal operations will resume Friday 18 July.

06/27/2025

***Attention Beneficiaries ***

To ensure the highest level of patient safety and integrity of your laboratory testing, the Ross Clinic Laboratory will no longer be accepting laboratory order requests from Network/Off-Base healthcare providers starting 21 July 2025.

TRICARE Prime members - for all approved off-base referrals, TRICARE Prime coverage includes exams and testing performed by the Referral Provider's normal servicing laboratory. Contact the T**A Flight for assistance with referral billing concerns.

Prerequisite Lab's for Radiological Exams - For continuity of care, the healthcare provider ordering the Radiology exams will also place the order for the prerequisite laboratory testing and relay the test results to the applicable Radiology Department.

TRICARE Select members - TRICARE Select coverage includes all exams and testing as ordered by your network provider with applicable co-pays as stated in your policy.

Care not covered by TRICARE - Use of any DHA Laboratory Service is prohibited for "out of pocket" care.

The laboratory staff does not provide testing consults or results to patints or off-base providers. Please contact your provider to discuss tests and/or results. For copies of your results, utilize the MHS Genesis Patient Portal to view/print your records or submit a request through Medical Records.

Visit https://www.tricare.mil/CoveredServices/IsitCovered/LaboratoryServices for more information about Tricare covered Laboratory Services.

06/16/2025

Attention Beneficiaries: The Ross Clinic will be closed Wednesday 18 June 2025 at 1400 and all day Thursday 19 June 2025 in observance of the Juneteenth federal holiday.

05/15/2025

*ATTENTION BENEFICIARIES*

This is a reminder that the 17 MDG Ross Clinic will be closed today, 15 May 2025, from 11:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. for readiness training. We will resume normal hours of operation 16 May 2025. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we train to sharpen our skills and improve patient care!

05/09/2025

*****Attention*****

Friday 09, May

The medical appointment line and pharmacy phone lines are experiencing technical difficulties. Technicians are actively working to resolve the issue and there is no current ETA for the resolution.

Please see below for alternative ways to communicate with the clinic.
1. Call the medical appointment line back-up at (325)234-2973 to book an appointment or leave a message for your provider OR use the online Patient Portal.
2.If this is an emergency (life, limb, eyesight, or broken bone) please dial 9-1-1 or visit the nearest emergency room.
(https:/patientportal.mhsgenesis.health.mil/). Additionally, appointments can be booked locally at the 17 MDG Front Desk located at the Goodfellow Ross Clinic.
3. If you need medical advice or to speak with a medical professional, the Nurse Advice Line (NAL) is available at 1-800-874-2273.
Thank you and we appreciate your patience during this period.
-17 MDG

*ATTENTION BENEFICIARIES*The TRICARE West Region Referral Approval Waiver deadline has been extended to 30 June 2025. Co...
05/01/2025

*ATTENTION BENEFICIARIES*

The TRICARE West Region Referral Approval Waiver deadline has been extended to 30 June 2025.

Continue seeing your PCM to get referrals for specialty care. During the waiver period, you don’t need to wait for TriWest to approve your referral. However, the specialist you see must be TRICARE-authorized.

Here are a few key things to remember:
• Ask your PCM for a copy of your referral. Is your PCM at a military hospital or clinic? They may send it:
• Through the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal within 3-5 days
• In the mail within 3-5 days
• To a referral customer service office. You can pick up your copy after your appointment.
• When you see your specialist, bring the copy of your referral, dated Jan. 1 through June 30. You can also bring a copy of the TRICARE West Region Referral Approval Waiver Letter. This is available on www.tricare.mil/west.
• Not sure how to find a specialist? You can:
• Ask your PCM to recommend a local TRICARE-authorized specialist.
• See a specialist you’ve seen before, if they’re TRICARE-authorized.
• Search TriWest’s provider directory to find specialists in your area.

05/01/2025

*ATTENTION BENEFICIARIES*

This is a reminder that the 17 MDG Ross Clinic will be closed today, 01 May 2025, from 11:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. for readiness training. We will resume normal hours of operation 02 May 2025. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we train to sharpen our skills and improve patient care!

04/28/2025

The Ross Clinic is fully committed to providing seamless and continuous care for your family.

We want you to know your child is in excellent hands with our skilled Family Medicine Providers: Doctor Spargo, Physician Assistant-Capt Glass, and Physician Assistant-Capt Corr. They will provide compassionate, comprehensive care for all your child's needs, including wellness checks, sick visits, immunizations, and behavioral and mental health support. The Ross clinic is here for you and your family.

To make an appointment please call 325-654-3149

04/23/2025

Ross Clinic Patients,

In honor of National Doctors’ Day, the Ross Clinic would like to highlight one of our own amazing clinicians!

Pediatrician | Leader | Teammate | Strike King 🎳

Today we’re shining a well-deserved spotlight on Dr. Brown, the beloved pediatrician at Goodfellow Air Force Base, whose unwavering dedication has made a lasting impact on the entire Ross Clinic community.

As the sole pediatrician, Dr. Brown expertly managed care for over 1,200 young patients, earning admiration from both families and staff for his compassionate care, tireless work ethic, and ability to put smiles on little faces.

His hard work and dedication propelled the clinic to be labeled as one of the "Best of the Best" DHA pediatric clinics—achieving a remarkable 100% patient satisfaction rating on the Joint Outpatient Experience Survey. His efforts also helped Goodfellow earn the #1 ranking out of 39 clinics in the DHA Central Market for access to care—a reflection of his focus on making quality care available to every patient, every day.

In addition to his clinical role, Dr. Brown serves as the Medical Director for the Immunizations Clinic, where his behind-the-scenes leadership ensures deployment readiness and the safety of the entire Raider population. His influence extends far beyond the exam room—he’s a cornerstone of readiness and resilience for the base.

And, in true Dr. Brown fashion, he’s also the uncontested Best Bowler in the 17th Medical Group—proving once again that excellence follows him wherever he goes.

Thank you, Dr. Brown, for your dedication, heart, and unwavering commitment to your patients, your teammates, the Ross Clinic, and the United States Air Force. You represent the very best of military medicine, and we are honored to serve alongside you. Utah is lucky to have you.

💙 Wishing you all the best in this next chapter—you’ve more than earned it!

Address

271 Fort Richardson Avenue
Goodfellow Air Force Base, TX
76908

Website

https://www.goodfellow.af.mil/About-Us/Fact-Sheets/Display/Article/372964/17th-medical-

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